Pfizer Parental Leave Policy
Healthcare & Pharma · 88K employees · HQ: NY
Policy Details
Eligibility
12 months minimum tenure required
Full-time only
Additional Benefits
✓ Equal adoption/surrogacy leave
✓ 6-8 weeks short-term disability + 12 weeks parental for birth parents
✓ Among the most generous in pharma
State Benefits (New York)
Pfizer's headquarters is in New York. New York has a state paid family leave program that may provide additional benefits on top of your employer's policy.
View New York maternity leave benefits → View New York paternity leave benefits →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pfizer offer paid parental leave?
Yes, Pfizer offers 20 weeks of paid leave for birth parents at 100% pay, and 12 weeks for non-birth parents at 100% pay. We give Pfizer a grade of A for their parental leave policy.
How many weeks of maternity leave does Pfizer provide?
Birth parents at Pfizer receive 20 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their salary. Non-birth parents receive 12 weeks of paid leave.
Who is eligible for Pfizer parental leave?
You must have worked at Pfizer for at least 12 months to be eligible for parental leave benefits.
Does Pfizer offer parental leave for adoption?
Yes, Pfizer provides equal parental leave benefits for adoption as for birth parents.
How does Pfizer's parental leave compare to other Healthcare & Pharma companies?
Pfizer receives a grade of A for their parental leave policy. The average for Healthcare & Pharma companies in our database is 15.6 weeks for birth parents. Pfizer offers 20 weeks.
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